Friday, October 24, 2008

Last weekend I stopped at Haus in Andersonville. The owner, Greg Stevens, always keeps the store stocked with gorgeous furniture and unique pieces. I fawned over all of the pieces made by Bladon Conner, but I was most wowed by his Architectural printed door. What a statement piece!Greg told me you can only use flat panel doors, which makes sense. I think this door would look especially amazing in a sleek, minimal loft. It would give it a cool graphic punch.

Thursday, October 23, 2008

Katiedid left a comment in my post about trendy tree bits to let me know about the acorn twine holder available at Williams Sonoma. I went to check it out and was totally charmed by its adorableness. Thanks for the tip Katie!

Friday, October 17, 2008

It's expensive - sure, sure - but is it not one of the coolest birdcages you've ever seen? I love its bulbous, stacked shape and its massive size. The color is rather sweet and, if you didn't yet notice, it mounts right onto the wall. This is as bad-ass as a birdcage can get.

Wednesday, October 15, 2008

I recently started noticing a new trend from a lot of retailers that I can only describe as tree bits. You'll see it as mostly in the form of acorns and pinecones. Some are fun and not a big investment. But I have to say I think the acorn vase filler from Pottery Barn (final photo) is a bit ridiculous.

Tuesday, October 14, 2008

I've been staring at these bath rugs for the past ten minutes. I'm trying to decide if I like them...

Yes...well...not for my own house maybe but, in general, yes. The red one is the best one...or the blue?

My indecision here is perplexing (and probably a good sign that I shouldn't buy one or all of these rugs). Yet an even bigger mystery looms: who at The Company Store is eating buttered biscuits off the floor?

Friday, October 10, 2008

I'm still dreaming of the day when I can wallpaper a wall or two in my home with some gorgeous, bold paper. Hardwood and I have decided to push back our house hunting until next year with the financial crisis going on. So for now it means I will still be hunting around for that perfect design.

And I believe I may have found the one! The line of wallpapers designed by Barbara Hulanicki is right up our Art Nouveau-loving alley. Hardwood and I got married at a very lavish Art Nouveau venue so we have a soft-spot for those curvy, organic swirls. I can't decide which design I like better. The Diva has the more traditional Art Nouveau design. But KERPOW! the Hula wallpaper in Charcoal and gold just knocks me out!!!

The other thing I love about these wallpapers is the price. I always balked at the idea of spending $180 on a roll of paper. Outrageous! But these are only $60 for a double roll. Definitely a nice surprise!